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Latest cat health news: new treatments, food recalls, law changes, and trending topics every cat owner should know.

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AIM Kidney Drug for Cats: 2026 Approval Update — How It Works, Efficacy & Expected Cost

The AIM protein drug for feline chronic kidney disease has been submitted for approval in Japan (April 2026). We break down clinical trial data, mechanism, expected cost, and what owners should do now.

2026-04-20Read

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SFTS Alert: Deadly Tick-Borne Disease in Cats Reaches Eastern Japan — Symptoms, Prevention & Human Risk

SFTS, a tick-borne disease with 60-70% fatality rate in cats, has been confirmed in eastern Japan for the first time. Record 183 human cases in 2025. Learn symptoms, prevention, and human transmission risk.

2026-04-20Read

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Complete Guide to Preventing Cat Heatstroke in Summer 2026 — AC Settings, Home Alone Tips & First Aid

Another scorching summer ahead. Cat heatstroke risk spikes above 32°C. Optimal AC settings, home-alone safety tips, and emergency first aid — vet-supervised guide.

2026-04-20Read

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Top 10 Most Popular Cat Breeds 2026 — Minuet Surges, Ragdoll Up 128%

2026 cat breed popularity rankings analyzed. Minuet enters top 3 for the first time, Ragdoll ownership surges 128%. Breed-by-breed personality, health risks, and costs compared.

2026-04-20Read

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FDA Alert: Quest Cat Food Recalled for Dangerously Low Thiamine — Check Your Cat for Symptoms

FDA advisory: 8 lots of Quest Cat Food (Go Raw/Steve's Real Food) recalled for critically low thiamine (vitamin B1). Neurological damage risk. Symptom checklist and what to do.

2026-04-20Read

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Cat Pet Insurance 2026: Is It Worth It? Costs, How to Choose & Common Pitfalls

Average annual cat medical costs are ¥30,000-70,000, surgeries can exceed ¥300,000. 2026 pet insurance market trends, breed-specific premiums, and 5 common pitfalls explained.

2026-04-22Read

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Smart Cat Toilets 2026: Complete Comparison — Toletta, Catlog, SHARP & CATLINK Analyzed

4 smart cat toilets compared on practicality, accuracy, cost & multi-cat support. Auto-track urine volume, weight & frequency to catch kidney disease and diabetes early.

2026-04-22Read

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The Cat Obesity Crisis: 61% Worldwide Are Overweight — Is Indoor Living to Blame?

61% of cats worldwide are overweight. Indoor cats face 2x+ obesity risk. Latest research data, correct BCS interpretation, and practical weight loss strategies.

2026-04-22Read

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Complete Cat Disaster Preparedness Guide 2026 — Evacuation Rules, Packing List & Carrier Training

Earthquake and typhoon preparedness for cat owners. Government evacuation rules, cat-specific emergency kit checklist, carrier training steps, and shelter life tips.

2026-04-22Read

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80% of Cats Have Dental Disease: 2026 Dental Care Trends & Complete Home Care Guide

80% of cats over 3 have dental disease risk. 2026 trends: water additive dental care, finger-sleeve sheets, dental supplements compared. Toothbrush alternatives for resistant cats.

2026-04-22Read

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2026 Feline Infectious Disease Guidelines: Updated FeLV Screening Ages & Vaccine Strategies

JCAS/AAFP 2026 guidelines reverse the long-standing 'one-time FeLV test for life' stance. Re-screening recommendations, updated core vaccine protocols, and realistic risk assessment for indoor-only cats explained.

2026-05-03Read

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2026 Animal Welfare Act Update: Cat Cafe Regulation Tightens — Display Hours, Cage Size, Lifetime Care

Japan's June 2026 Animal Welfare Act amendment restricts cat cafe display hours, bans late-night operations, and mandates lifetime care for retired cats. Visitor checklist, how to identify ethical operators, and rescue cafe distinctions explained.

2026-05-04Read

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2026 Cat Health AI Technology Trends: FDA-Approved Pet AI Diagnostics, Global Startups, and Where CatsMe Fits

In 2026, the US FDA approved the first pet AI diagnostic device and European AI collar clinical trials accelerated. Global cat health-tech startup trends, technical approach differences, and Japan market selection criteria explained from vet and founder perspectives.

2026-05-05Read

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2026 Multi-Cat Hoarding Crisis and Community Cat TNR: Post-Reform Field Reality and How Individuals Can Help

Japan's 2025 Animal Welfare Act revision and local government registration requirements now enable earlier intervention in multi-cat hoarding cases. Latest community cat TNR trends, municipal subsidies, individual involvement options, and how to choose rescue groups explained.

2026-05-06Read

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2026 Cat Longevity Statistics: Japan/US Comparison, Oldest Cats, and Data on Extending Lifespan by 3 Years

Cat average lifespan extended from 15.6 to 16.1 years between 2024-2026. Japan/US comparison, latest oldest-cat records, and statistical data on extending lifespan by 3 years through medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle. CatsMe user longevity trends included.

2026-05-07Read

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